Cheerio

Cheerio has a really solid menu that is easily the cheapest in the area (without compromising taste). Everything here is tasty and there are no bad choices. If you're struggling to decide on where to go and want a filling breakfast at a great price, then you need to come here. I love the breakfast burger since the price is low and the quality of the egg, bun, bacon and sauce is so, so tasty. It's my favourite breakfast burger since it combines these ingredients without drenching the bun and making it soggy. The coffee is one of the best in the Richmond area if you get milk coffee. The cafe space is very small but it gives it a cute intimacy about it and doesn't harm the dining experience.

Away from the hustle and bustle of Swan St is a little spot of peace with Seven Seeds coffee and creative food offerings. I'm told the sticky ham hock is much-loved here but couldn't go past the chipotle cacao mince on toast, layered with shredded manchego cheese and a poached egg. It was served with a cheerful "ready to eat?" I happily tucked into the dish, enjoying the different flavours, textures and the sensation of runny egg yolk bursting in my mouth. The dish caught the neighbours' attention and they were equally surprised by the combination of ingredients. Chirpy staff in a truly little place which seats maybe 15 people? This was a pleasant and satisfying accidental discovery.

Warm and cosy little spot with great coffee, super friendly service and hands down the best ham hock in town. The food at Cheerio has never disappointed me - aside from the sweet and savory sticky juicy ham hock my favourite is the Pastrami Reuben toastie which is packed full of flavour with a nice buttery crunch. Also LOVE the Green Juice here but it's not always on the menu!! The staff here are some of the friendliest, genuine and down to earth people as well. Definitely by far my favourite local!